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Historic White House in Ferndale

Ferndale, CA, USA

House970 sq. ft.

Bedrooms2

Sleeps4

Bathrooms1

Half Baths0

Min Stay2 - 3 nights

2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Sleeps 4

Step back in time in this charming and conveniently located Victorian Gem.

Built in 1878, the White House is full of charm and history. Filled with heirlooms of period specific décor, this cute and charming two-bedroom home culminates in the Victorian Ferndale experience. Centrally located in the Victorian Village of Ferndale, the White House completes your Victorian getaway. It features two bedrooms, one full bath with claw foot tub and hand held shower, a spacious, warm and inviting living room, and a fully equipped kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook. There is also a laundry room with a washer and dryer.

The White House is situated half of a block off Main Street and only a block from the Ivanhoe’s steakhouse or the Victorian Inn of Ferndale. Take a walking tour of the breathtaking architecture; the Gingerbread Mansion is just a block away! There are numerous shops and restaurants literally steps from your front door. Centerville Beach is just a quick drive from Ferndale.

The home has been renovated and restored over the past four years. It features a large collection of original old photos depicting the area including but not limited to logging, dairyman, and the buildings of Ferndale, Eureka, Arcata and Fortuna. It’s nothing short of a museum. Due to the nature of the décor and the painstaking care the owners put in to the home, we only welcome children 10 years or older.

It is decorated in a Victorian style and features 11-foot ceilings, the living and dining room are cozy, the bedrooms have charming canopy beds, there’s comfy breakfast nook, and a fully equipped kitchen with convenient center island. The bathroom features a large claw foot tub for relaxing and an antique bakers rack that is now the sink vanity. See additional details at

Any 30 day booking will be charged double the cleaning fee. If it is not automatically added in your booking, we will add the charge for you. We do this because we come in mid-stay and change your linens and do some light cleaning!

Property Manager

Heather

Member Since 2006

Premier Partner

This VRBO partner has demonstrated and is committed to fast response times, the best rates, and a great guest experience.

Response time:

within one day

Speaks:

English, Spanish

Calendar last updated:

Aug 14, 2018

Amenities

Internet

Pets Welcome

Heater

Satellite or Cable

Children Welcome

Washer & Dryer

Parking

TV

No Smoking

Bedrooms

2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4

1 King bed, 1 Full bed

Bathrooms

1 Bathroom

Location Type

Village

Meals

Catering available

General

Heating

Linens Provided

Washing Machine

Clothes Dryer

Parking

Internet

Towels Provided

Iron & Board

Hair Dryer

Living Room

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Stove

Oven

Microwave

Coffee Maker

Toaster

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

Entertainment

Satellite / Cable

Stereo

DVD Player

Books

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Outdoor Grill

Deck / Patio

Tennis

Suitability

Long-term Renters Welcome

Attractions

autumn foliage

library

playground

live theater

restaurants

festivals

Leisure Activities

antiquing

eco tourism

beachcombing

bird watching

gambling casinos

whale watching

scenic drives

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank

groceries

hospital

massage therapist

Sports & Adventure Activities

deepsea fishing

tennis

fishing

mountain biking

surfing

hunting

cycling

fly fishing

freshwater fishing

hiking

rafting

surf fishing

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

36 Reviews

Excellent4.5/5

1 - 6 of 36

The White House Ferndale

3/5

Stayed Aug 2018

Rating Details:

The property manager was adequately helpful.

The vacation rental was very clean.

I was very happy with the location.

I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.

Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:

Spent 5 days exploring the area. Enjoyed the town and the location was convenient and easy to find. While the house was period appropriate, a couple of things could use attention. There is no light fixture in the living room with enough light to read by or knit. The very dim flame bulbs were decorative only. Please consider adding one lamp with a modern bulb. Some of the kitchen items (bowls, flatware, glasses) have probably been broken and not replaced as there were only 3 cereal bowls, 3 juice glasses, and a limited number of spoons. The DVD player had a video stuck in it so it did not work. E-mail address to report problems bounced back. Toilet paper the worst! One step above newsprint. Please don't be so cheap.

Submitted Aug 13, 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you for taking time to leave a review of The White House. I'd like to address your comments one at a time. Concerning the lack of bright light, I will be requesting an additional floor lamp for such things as reading,etc that you mentioned, so thank you. I will also do an inventory of all plates, cups bowls etc and will be replacing, so again, thank you for bringing to our attention. As for the contact email bouncing back, I'm not sure what happened, as we receive emails regularly from guests, but we also have a binder in every property with the phone number of the property manager, as that is our preferred mode of communication, as it's the most straight forward, and we are always available to help with any issues our guests are experiencing, such as the DVD player being non operational. One of us would have been happy to fix/replace had we been called. We use the same toilet paper in every property, and we leave two rolls to be used, or if you prefer your own brand, your more than welcome to bring or purchase a different brand. I hope you will book with us again when coming back to the North Coast, and thanks again for your feedback, it's invaluable!

Good location, needs some care

3/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Rating Details:

The property manager was very helpful.

The vacation rental was clean.

I was very happy with the location.

I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.

Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:

Location and propert management were great. The house needs exterior painting and landscaping. For my taste, too many items on surfaces for display, too dusty and cluttered. Nice kitchen. Cute heater in bathroom, wish there was a shower

Submitted Aug 5, 2018

Owner's Response:

Thank you! We are getting is painted this year. We really appreciate your feedback. The White House in Ferndale is really a "step back in time" accommodation right in the heart of Ferndale!

A fine uncaffeinated stay ...

5/5

Stayed Jun 2018

A guest from Cohasset, CACohasset, CA

Rating Details:

The property manager was very helpful.

The vacation rental was spotless.

I was very happy with the location.

I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.

Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:

Sweet little house full of photos of original owners and the town’s history. Do bring your own shampoo and coffee (though there is a cafe just a few blocks away).

Submitted Jul 2, 2018

Owner's Response:

Hi Beth, thanks for leaving a review of The White House in the beautiful town of Ferndale. There's lots of quaint shops and great views of fog drenched mountains in this sweet town, and this home is like stepping back into the past with all the memorabilia the owners provide. I am sorry there wasn't shampoo or coffee, as there should have been both on hand, so my sincerest apologies for that, and there will be those items when you return to visit us again! Please look us up at Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals when planning your next trip to the North Coast!

Cute house in an adorable town!

5/5

Stayed Feb 2018

Samantha R.Bend, OR

Rating Details:

The property manager was very helpful.

The vacation rental was spotless.

I was very happy with the location.

I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.

Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:

We stayed at the white house for two nights on a long weekend trip to the Humboldt Redwoods. It was a perfect location and the surprising bonus is that Ferndale is one of the cutest towns we've ever visited. It seems to be stuck in time (in a good way) and the house reflected that. It was cozy and comfortable. The owners put a lot of effort into maintaining the history of the home while renovating, and you can see their journey in the framed photos and items throughout the house. Would return and would recommend!

Submitted Mar 8, 2018

Owner's Response:

Thanks for your review of The White House. It really is a cozy getaway, and the town of Ferndale couldn't be more quaint. We would love to have you back anytime, so please visit Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals when planning your next trip to the North Coast!

White House in Ferndale

4/5

Stayed Jan 2018

A guest from Reno, NVReno, NV

Rating Details:

The property manager was very helpful.

The vacation rental was spotless.

I was very happy with the location.

I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.

Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:

The location of the White House could not be more convenient. We loved that part, and being in Ferndale was wonderful as well. We did have two complaints: First the odor of smoke was overpowering upon entry to the house and second, we found both beds to be too soft for quality and pain-free sleep. Everything else was as close to perfect as it could be.

Submitted Feb 11, 2018

Owner's Response:

Hi Judy, thanks so much for your feedback on your stay at The White House. We are always looking for suggestions on how to improve our guests experience. I can most certainly pass on your comments to the owners regarding the mattresses, however, since how one prefers their mattresses can be such an individual preference, I'm not sure what we can do about that. Regarding the smoke smell, it is honestly the first time I've ever had a guest relate this, and I've never smelled smoke myself, so I'm very mystified, as it is an absolutely smoke free home. I will look into this myself and see if I can discover what you were experiencing. I''m very sorry you say you wouldn't return to the home, please be sure to look us up online at Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals when planning your next trip to Ferndale, we offer over 100+ homes, so there's something for everyone, and rest assured, I will investigate your claims. Thanks again Judy for taking a moment to let us know your thoughts.

historic white house in Ferndale

5/5

Stayed Sep 2017

Kathryn A.Chico, CA

Rating Details:

The property manager was very helpful.

The vacation rental was very clean.

I was very happy with the location.

I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.

Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.

Reviewer Comments:

We stayed 3 nights at this location; enjoying the community yard sale, exploring the area and dining out. A few minor problems: microwave is cracked, rug at back door trip risk. Bathtub is wonderful. It is like staying in a museum with all of the antiques and pictures. Great fun. The community is wonderful; so friendly and polite.

Submitted Sep 25, 2017

Owner's Response:

Thank you for taking time and leaving your review of The White House! We will take your feedback to heart, and really appreciate it, it helps us to know how to improve our guests experience. Ferndale is really an amazing town, with much to do within walking distance from the home. And the community wide yard sale is fantastic, everyone in town really gets into the spirit. We hope to have you back at White House soon, so happy to hear you loved the interior, the owner really enjoys sharing the local history, as well as the history of the home. Please visit us at Redwood Coast Vacation Rentals to book your next trip to the charming town of Ferndale!